Coordinator of Progam Data and Assessment

Quinnipiac University is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the School of Health Sciences as a Coordinator of Program Data and Assessment for the Physician Assistant program. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the program’s compliance with accreditation standards, maintaining accurate and comprehensive data, and facilitating ongoing assessment efforts. The successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and support the program’s commitment to excellence in education.

The position is a full-time, 12-month position. We encourage all candidates with data and assessment experience to apply to this position.

Candidates who apply and are are licensed in any of the following areas: Physician Assistant, Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), may negotiate for a clinical practice day at the time of the offer.

Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing, and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women's rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review's "The Best 388 Colleges." The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships, and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.

Responsibilities:   

Data Collection, Analysis and Management

Perform quantitative and qualitative data administration, collection, aggregation and analysis for the program and provide data-related reports to support ongoing self-assessment and accreditation.

Coordinate with the Director of Outcomes and Assessment and QU Information Technology on course evaluations with Campus Climate.

Accreditation Support

   Assist in the preparation of the information for annual self-study (SSRI), complying with all the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) standards

Accreditation Assessment

   Responsible for working with the administrative compliance staff (i.e., Administrative Assistant) for coordination and maintenance of program-related clinical logging and outcomes/assessment software platforms, such as EXXAT and E*Value

Program Operation

   At the discretion of and appointment by the Department Chair/Program Director participate on program- and school-related committees pertaining to the program accreditation and assessment

Teaching and Course Coordination

   Coordination of a minimum of one didactic course per year as designated by the Department Chair depending on program needs

   Carry an annual course load of 6 credit-hours, or the equivalent contact hours

   Participate in all department-required faculty activities

Qualifications:   

   Minimum Requirements:

       Clinical education program accreditation experience

       Clinical education program assessment experience

Master's degree (Physician Assistant or a discipline related to the duties required such as mathematics, statistics, educational assessment, etc.) from regionally accredited institution in the United States

       Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative assessment data collection and analysis

       Excellent in written and verbal communication skills for data informed narratives

       Proficiency with MS Office products and database software

       Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and a commitment to diversity and inclusion

   

Preferred Qualifications:

       Doctorate degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution in the United States

       Physician Assistant / medical education experience

       A working understanding of the most current ARC-PA Standards of Accreditation

       Experience with ARC-PA accreditation review

       Experience with EXXAT and E*Value

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of this position and Quinnipiac' commitment to diversity and inclusion, and contact information for three references on the application form.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.